Today, network borders are dissolving as users want to access to resources from any location, on any type of endpoint device, using various connectivity methods. Cisco has addressed this with the Borderless Network Architecture, which integrates the following components:

Borderless end zone

The zone offers deployment flexibility and strong security services in multiple dimensions as users connect to the network. End-user access is based on the security posture of the connecting endpoint using the Cisco AnyConnect SSL VPN Client. Infrastructure protection is provided using firewalls, intrusion prevention systems (IPSs), web security, and email security.